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How to Protect Your Car’s Paint from Spring Showers: Touch Up and Maintenance Tips

April 22, 2025 by TouchUpDirect
Don't let that wild Spring weather wreak havoc on your paint job! We've got some tips & tricks that will...
Reading time: 4 min
How-To, Vehicle Tips

The Ultimate Guide to Deep Cleaning Your Vehicle: Tips, Tricks, and Essential Steps

February 27, 2025 by TouchUpDirect
Is it time to deep clean your car? Join us as we walk you through all the steps needed to...
Reading time: 4 min
Touch Up Brush
How-To, Vehicle Tips

5 More Common Touch Up Mistakes

November 14, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
In our first touch up mistakes blog, we covered everything from color codes to dry time. Now we’re back with...
Reading time: 3 min
How-To, Vehicle Tips

How To Repaint Over Old Paint

November 5, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
Are you sick of staring at that one spot of fading paint? Is that peeling paint on your door giving...
Reading time: 4 min
Good Stuff, How-To

Everything You Need to Know about Aerosol!

October 25, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
The TouchUpDirect Aerosol FAQ We’ve reached the big one! Let’s talk about the Aerosol. These gorgeous applicators have a smooth...
Reading time: 4 min
How-To, Vehicle Tips

How to Fix Orange Peel Paint: Top Tips for a Smooth Finish

October 4, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
Imagine. You’ve just finished touching up your dream paint job. It’s gorgeous, everything you ever wanted! But what’s this? Does...
Reading time: 3 min
How-To, Vehicle Tips

No Weekend? No Problem: Complete Your Car Touch Ups After Work

August 19, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
Sometimes, your car has damage that absolutely requires a visit to a body shop or garage. But there’s also the...
Reading time: 7 min
Car Paint Code Locations
How-To, Vehicle Tips

Understanding Car Paint Codes: A Comprehensive Guide

July 18, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
TouchUpDirect can make over twenty thousand car colors for a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. With such an overwhelming...
Reading time: 6 min
How-To

Learn How To Deal With Scratches On Your Car

July 12, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
If you’re here, you’ve probably had a run in with a rogue shopping cart or someone parked too close or...
Reading time: 6 min
Ford Transformation - 1 (1)
Good Stuff, How-To

A Ford F-150 Transformation: Blue Flame Metallic

July 1, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
Devin Gonzales from Auto Journey is no stranger to car modifications and customizations. As an avid automotive enthusiast, Devin has...
Reading time: 5 min
The 1-Hour Paint Job
Good Stuff, How-To

The One Hour Paint Job

June 24, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
If you’re anything like us, you take immense pride in keeping your vehicle looking pristine. But let’s face it, scratches,...
Reading time: 4 min
US Highway Roads
How-To

Tips for Every Adventure: Highway Hazards

June 20, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
Highways are the lifelines of modern transportation, but they’re also prime territory for potential damage to your car’s paint. Think...
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Avoid These Touch Up Mistakes
How-To

Top 5 Mistakes When Applying Touch Up Paint (And How to Fix Them)

June 11, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
If you’re like me, you take pride in keeping your ride looking sleek and polished. But let’s face it, your...
Reading time: 4 min
Good Stuff, How-To, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Off Road Damage

June 4, 2024 by TouchUpDirect
Off-roading is an exhilarating hobby that combines adventure, skill, and a bit of mud-slinging fun. It’s about taking your vehicle...
Reading time: 7 min
Good Stuff, How-To

Everything You Need To Know About Clearcoat!

July 19, 2023 by TouchUpDirect
The TouchUpDirect Clearcoat FAQ Clearcoat is a vitally important step in the modern automotive paint system. One of the very...
Reading time: 3 min
Meet The Touch Up Pen
Good Stuff, How-To

Everything You Need To Know About Touch Up Pens

June 15, 2023 by TouchUpDirect
The Touch Up Pen FAQ We here at TouchUpDirect love a good paint applicator. One of our absolute favorites is...
Reading time: 5 min
How-To, Videos

Tesla Wheel Touch Up Kit

May 22, 2023 by TouchUpDirect
Introducing our Wheel Touch Up Kit – the perfect solution for repairing and protecting minor scratches on your wheels! Formulated...
Reading time: 1 min
Good Stuff, How-To

Is Car Spray Paint For You?

May 9, 2023 by TouchUpDirect
We here at TouchUpDirect love helping our customers fix up those little nicks and scratches on their car’s coat. Our...
Reading time: 7 min
How to apply tricoat graphic
How-To

How To Apply Tricoat Paint

July 14, 2022 by TouchUpDirect
What is a Tricoat? Today we’re going to talk about Tricoats. All pearl yellows, pearl whites and pearl oranges use...
Reading time: 4 min
Car Paint Touch Up: What You Need for Your DIY Project
How-To

Essentials for Touching Up Your Car

December 9, 2021 by TouchUpDirect
Getting a scratch or nick in your car’s paint can give you a headache. Don’t stress out; here’s what you...
Reading time: 4 min
Common Auto-Blending Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
How-To

Common Auto-Blending Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

September 11, 2021 by TouchUpDirect
Giving your car a new paint job is an excellent way to give your vehicle a fresh boost. However, during...
Reading time: 2 min
A glossy blue finish texture applied to a car
How-To

How To Care for Your Car’s Paint Protection and Coating

August 27, 2021 by TouchUpDirect
After making a touchup performance job on your car, it’s important you take all steps necessary to keep it shining....
Reading time: 2 min
Different Types of Scratches & How To Fix Them
How-To

Different Types of Scratches & How To Fix Them

August 23, 2021 by TouchUpDirect
Explore the different types of scratches and how to fix them. Forget about those expensive car paint bills because now...
Reading time: 5 min
An image of a roof of a car showing the reflection of the sky
How-To

How to Repair Clearcoat

December 10, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Steps for a DIY Clearcoat Job  Clearcoat is your car’s first line of defense from body rust and corrosion. It...
Reading time: 5 min
Violet touch up paint applied in BMW
How-To

How To Find Your BMW paint code

December 9, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Get your color code and you can do your own perfect touch up paint job BMW paint code stickers can...
Reading time: 5 min
Honda Civic type r fk2 white edition parked in an indoor setting
How-To

How To Pick the Best Hondas Civic for Tuning and Modding

October 9, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Looking at Honda Civic years and models with top performance  The Honda Civic has become the most iconic choice for...
Reading time: 5 min
A photo of Lexus car with black and brown interior focusing on front seat view
How-To

Color Matching your Lexus Accessories

September 17, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Make your interior and exterior of your car look in sync. So, we’ve talked about the DIY jobs you can...
Reading time: 4 min
White Lexus
How-To

Lexus Custom Shifters, Badges and More

September 8, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Discover how to customize your car without breaking the bank. From gear shift knobs to badges, make your car feel...
Reading time: 5 min
A photo featuring a silver-grey Lexus IS with a striking neon blue and red background, set against a black backdrop
How-To

Turn your Lexus to the Dark Side

August 20, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Want to make an intergalactic change to your car? Learn how to join the dark side by following our step...
Reading time: 5 min
A photo of a red Lexus car in an outdoor setting
How-To

Removing, Painting, and Mounting your Lexus Badges

August 4, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Want a quick, efficient way to update your Lexus? Read our tips on removing, painting and mounting your Lexus badge...
Reading time: 5 min
man painting car
How-To

Tesla Scratch Repair With ckLA

June 1, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
In the wee hours of the night, a mysterious caller left a nasty scratch on the Tesla of Crystalrose and...
Reading time: 2 min
A piece of sand paper beside a blue car
How-To

Wetsanding Your Vehicle

May 5, 2020 by TouchUpDirect
Hey there! Today, we’re gonna talk about sandpaper, wet sanding, and how it relates to your vehicle’s coat. Sandpaper has...
Reading time: 2 min
car driving on a sunny road
How-To

How to Protect Car Paint in The Summer

August 29, 2019 by TouchUpDirect
Oh, those lazy, crazy days of summer! While they might be filled with fun and relaxation for you, they can...
Reading time: 4 min
man rides a motorcycle down a street
How-To

How To Increase The Value Of Your Motorcycle

June 20, 2019 by TouchUpDirect
To you, your motorcycle might be the most beautiful of treasures no matter what it actually looks like. However, when the...
Reading time: 5 min
How to Use Touch Up Paint to Fix Motorcycle Scratches - TouchUpDirect
How-To

How to Fix Motorcycle Scratches

April 17, 2019 by TouchUpDirect
Few things can be more frustrating and disappointing to a motorcycle enthusiast than scratches on the bike’s finish. Although they...
Reading time: 8 min
Retro yellow Chevy in New Mexico
How-To

Steps To Bring An Old Car Back To Life

June 19, 2018 by TouchUpDirect
There is nothing like the rush of excitement you get when you drive a shiny, brand new car fresh off...
Reading time: 5 min
Rolled 20 U.s Dollar Bill
How-To

How To Increase Your Car’s Value For Under $100

February 22, 2018 by TouchUpDirect
Your vehicle is one of your greatest assets. Keeping it looking as good as possible carries with it many benefits....
Reading time: 5 min
Top 9 Rules to Remember When Painting Your Own Car
How-To

Top 9 Rules to Remember When Painting Your Car

January 22, 2018 by TouchUpDirect
Think about the process of painting your car, and you may envision a one-step process that involves applying a coat...
Reading time: 9 min
How to Fix Common Car Paint Scratches
How-To

How to Fix Common Car Paint Scratches

January 3, 2018 by TouchUpDirect
You pride yourself on doing everything you can to keep your car looking sharp. Finding a scratch can be mortifying...
Reading time: 10 min
Paint It Yourself
How-To

Paint It Yourself

September 29, 2017 by TouchUpDirect
You can’t just park your car out back and paint it… But you can! Don’t assume that the TouchUpDirect crew...
Reading time: 3 min
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